September 2020 Articles and Features

Author Jen Wilkin Delivers Chapel Message Sept. 30

Jen Wilkin, author and Bible teacher, delivered the message during the University’s virtual chapel service Sept. 30. Wilkin is an author and public speaker from Dallas, Texas, who teaches biblical truths to audiences around the…

Food Pantry Provides Food Security to University Students

Food security is a major issue on college campuses around the country. While it may come as a surprise to some, this is no different on Bison Hill. Many students hit times during the week and during the semester where they may need a little…

RSVP to Attend OBU’s Women of Vision Annual Luncheon Oct. 8

OBU will host the annual Women of Vision giving circle event and luncheon Thursday, Oct. 8., at 11 a.m. All women are invited to attend, both current members and those interested in learning more. RSVP’s are requested by Oct. 2. The…

OBU Debate Team Finishes Second in First Ever Virtual Debate Tournament

The OBU debate Team won second place in their first ever virtual debate tournament. The event was hosted by Lee College in Houston, Texas, Sept. 19 and 20, but held online only due to concerns over COVID-19. The annual “Mendoza…

Students Share Tips for Time Management and Studying on Bison Hill

While it’s hard to believe, the fall semester is almost halfway over on Bison Hill, which means students’ workloads are piling up and midterms are here. Students at OBU work hard to make good grades and stay focused during…

Dennae Pierre Shares OBU Chapel Message Sept. 23

Dennae Pierre, executive director of The Surge Network, was the speaker for OBU’s online chapel service Sept. 23. Pierre spoke on loving our enemies, teaching from Matthew 5:43-48. Pierre discussed her love for OBU’s chapel…

OBU Earns Top Rankings from U.S. News and World Report for 29th Consecutive Year

U.S. News and World Report has ranked Oklahoma Baptist University as one of the top ten “Best Regional Colleges in the West” for the 29th consecutive year. OBU also made the top ten for Best Value Schools and Best Colleges…

Kimray CEO Hill Speaks on Christian Ethics and Success During Annual Minter Lecture

Students, faculty and staff at OBU had the privilege of hearing from Kimray’s CEO Thomas Hill Sept. 18, as he delivered the Minter Lecture in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. He spoke about, “Recovering Leadership…

Students Share Impact of Global Outreach Trips During Online GO Week Chapel Sept. 18

OBU students shared about their experiences attending Global Outreach trips during a special GO Week online chapel Sept. 18. The students discussed how the Lord molded them as they answered the call to go. GO Week is an annual week dedicated to…

Campus Activities Board to Host 'Freshman Follies' Sept. 19

OBU’s Campus Activities Board will present its annual “Freshman Follies” Saturday, Sept. 19. The show will take place on the south lawn of Raley Chapel beginning at 8:30 p.m. This year’s theme is…

Dean Petersen Delivers GO Week Chapel Message Sept. 16

Brandon Petersen, dean of students and vice president of campus life, delivered the GO Week chapel message Wednesday, Sept. 16. GO Week (Global Outreach) is an annual week dedicated to mobilizing students to serve in global missions…

Kimray’s CEO Thomas Hill to Speak at OBU Minter Lecture Sept. 18

Thomas Hill, CEO of Kimray and author of, “Recovering Leadership: Musings of an Addict Leader,” will speak at OBU’s Minter Lecture Sept. 18 at 10 a.m. in Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. In his lecture,…

Coolidge Wins Heartland Emmy Award

OBU student Victoria Coolidge was recently awarded the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences  Heartland Regional Emmy Student Scholarship. She is a sophomore from Mesquite, Texas, majoring in journalism and mass…

Graves Brings Message During OBU Chapel Sept. 9

Brad Graves, senior pastor at Ada First Baptist Church, shared the online OBU chapel message Wednesday, Sept. 9. His message was titled, “A Call to the Upper Room.” Graves has many ties to OBU. His son, Noah, is currently a…

Six Reasons to Put OBU At the Top of Your List

Choosing a college or university to attend after high school is a big decision. The four years spent on a university campus are critical to the outcomes and trajectory for the rest of one’s life. There are so many considerations when…

Glover Delivers Address During OBU Business Forum Sept. 4

Beverly “B.J.” Glover shared her story with students at OBU during the university’s Business Forum Sept. 4. The Paul Dickinson College of Business hosted the event, which took place in Raley Chapel’s…

OBU hosts 10th annual ‘The Call’ Conference Aug. 29

OBU hosted The Call Conference on its Shawnee campus Saturday, Aug. 29. More than 240 participants came to the 10th annual event, which took place inside Raley Chapel’s Potter Auditorium. The theme for this year’s conference…

Blackstone Showcases Works in On-Campus Art Show Through Sept. 18

The OBU Division of Art and Design invites the community to enjoy a special exhibit of works by Julie Marks-Blackstone, recently retired assistant professor of art who is now teaching as an adjunct professor of art on Bison Hill. The exhibit,…

Fall Philosophy Forum Series Kicks Off Sept. 4 Featuring Anderson, Ridenour

The philosophy department of OBU’s Hobbs College of Theology and Ministry will host the first Philosophy Forum of the academic year Friday, Sept. 4. The event will take place at 4 p.m. in Stavros Hall room 214. The event is free and…

Jesse Bible Shares Online Chapel Message Sept. 2

Jesse Bible, lead pastor at First Baptist Church of Wainwright, Oklahoma, shared the message for OBU’s online chapel service Sept. 2. Bible taught from Ephesians 5 and titled his message, “Walking in Wisdom.” He…

Registration Open for ‘Bison Connections’ Webinar on Diversity Coming Sept. 10

OBU is hosting its next “Bison Connections” event as an online webinar on diversity. The webinar is free and will take place Thursday, Sept. 10, at 12 p.m. Speakers include author and human resources consultant Mona Sabah…